Inuit are the indigenous peoples of the Arctic regions of Canada, Alaska, and Greenland. In the past, the term 'Eskimo' was used for these people by the earlier European explorers and settlers but now it is considered somewhat offensive. On the other hand, 'Inuit' simply means 'the people' in their local language. Inuit is a small community and it numbers around 150 thousand worldwide most of which are living in the Canadian north.
The gallery is located on the ground and mezzanine floors of TD bank building in downtown Toronto and is open to the public. The works are mainly made of stone, antler, and bone.
Every art is rooted in its culture and so are these works of art. The themes revolve around the society and traditions of Inuit people. However, there is also something unique and different about these sculptures. It seems that they belong to a dreamland or fantasy world.
Every art is rooted in its culture and so are these works of art. The themes revolve around the society and traditions of Inuit people. However, there is also something unique and different about these sculptures. It seems that they belong to a dreamland or fantasy world.
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| Hunter by Isa Smiler (Pre 1965) |
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| The Migration by Joe Talirunili (1964) |
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| Owl and owlet by Kananginak Pootoogook (1972) |
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| Man stretching skin by Thomasee Echalook (Pre 1966) |
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| Carved walrus tusk by Charlie Sivuarapik (1962) |
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| Bear by Pauta Saila (1964) |
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| Eskimo hunting by Pierre Karlik (1965) |
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| Family group by Alain Iyerak (1964) |
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